Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, has partnered with JetZero, a pioneering aerospace company developing the world’s first commercial blended-wing aircraft. This revolutionary design aims to significantly enhance fuel efficiency, extend flight range, and improve aerodynamics compared to traditional airliners. JetZero estimates that its blended-wing technology could reduce fuel consumption and emissions by up to 50%—a transformative step toward sustainable aviation.
To accelerate development, JetZero is leveraging Altair® FlightStream™, a key component of the Altair® HyperWorks® design and simulation platform. FlightStream enables advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations, helping JetZero cut computational costs, optimize aerodynamics, and bring its aircraft to market faster.
“Altair is thrilled to support JetZero, a true innovator in the aerospace industry, as they redefine the future of flight,” said Pietro Cervellera, Senior Vice President of Aerospace and Defense at Altair. “JetZero’s vision for a more efficient, sustainable aviation industry aligns perfectly with our mission. Altair’s technology portfolio is uniquely positioned to accelerate design, reduce complexity, and push the boundaries of aerospace engineering.”
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JetZero’s leadership echoes this sentiment, emphasizing the crucial role of Altair’s solutions in their groundbreaking work.
“JetZero uses Altair technology because it enables us to deliver the biggest leap forward in aviation since the dawn of the jet age,” said Tom O’Leary, Co-founder and CEO of JetZero. “With FlightStream and other Altair tools, we can run large-scale simulations with speed and precision—helping us revolutionize an entire industry. The Z4 airplane is inevitable, and Altair is instrumental in shaping the future of aviation.”
This collaboration underscores both companies’ commitment to advancing aerospace innovation and sustainability, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive progress in aviation.